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Lewis Hamilton names the sport he is ‘terrified’ of trying
Seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton has revealed his interest in sports outside of F1 during the 2026 Winter Olympics, sharing his snowboarding adventures and admitting he’s tempted by the halfpipe but too scared to try it.
Hamilton, a keen snowboarder, enjoyed hitting the powder during the F1 off-season and shared adorable snaps with his niece, Willow.
After a disappointing first F1 campaign with Ferrari, Hamilton took a much-needed rest over the winter break and is now focused on the 2026 season.
Hamilton’s preparations for the upcoming season have been intense, with major personnel changes at Ferrari and concerns over understanding the new regulations being hot topics in the paddock.
Despite the F1 drama, Hamilton has been keeping an eye on the Winter Olympics, particularly enjoying cross-country skiing and expressing interest in the halfpipe, though he admits being scared to try it.
As F1 makes its presence felt at the Winter Olympics, with shoutouts to DRS and racing terminology, Hamilton is looking forward to the upcoming season with Ferrari and the potential for thrilling upgrades.
